Location: Provo, UT•In-State Tuition: $6,496•Admission Rate: 69%•Avg SAT: 1376
Median Earnings (1yr)
$79,777
94th percentile
Est. Median Debt
$24,840
Est. from national median (44 programs)
Sample: 20 graduates Limited data

Analysis

First-year earnings of $79,777 put BYU's Management Sciences program well ahead of the national pack—94th percentile compared to similar programs across the country. That's nearly $18,000 above what the typical bachelor's in this field produces nationally. The debt picture, while estimated from similar institutions, appears manageable: if graduates carry debt near the $24,840 figure typical of other programs at BYU, they're looking at a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.31, meaning about four months of gross income to cover the full loan balance.

The catch is that BYU is one of only two schools in Utah offering this major, and its graduates earn roughly what their in-state peers do—so the real advantage is against national competition, not local alternatives. Management Sciences combines operations research, analytics, and decision science, fields where strong quantitative skills command premium salaries. Given BYU's solid academic profile (1376 average SAT) and the program's national standing, this looks like solid preparation for careers in data analytics, supply chain optimization, or management consulting.

For parents, the question is whether their student has the math aptitude these programs demand and whether they're comfortable with debt estimates rather than school-specific outcomes. If the actual debt load stays in this ballpark and earnings hold, this represents a strong return on investment—but verify the program's actual placement outcomes and whether it offers the specific quantitative track your child needs.

Where Brigham Young University Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all management sciences and quantitative methods bachelors's programs nationally

Brigham Young University (estimated ±10%)Other management sciences and quantitative methods programs

Dashed lines show national medians. Upper-left = best value.

Earnings Distribution

How Brigham Young University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Brigham Young University earns $80k — 94th percentile among management sciences and quantitative methods bachelors programs.

Compare to Similar Programs Nationally

Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods bachelors's programs at top institutions nationally

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SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median Debt*Debt/Earnings
Brigham Young UniversityProvo$6,496$79,777—$24,840*—
University of PennsylvaniaPhiladelphia$66,104$104,502—$15,750*0.15
New York UniversityNew York$60,438$102,572$129,049$17,250*0.17
Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyCambridge$60,156$99,843——*—
University of Virginia-Main CampusCharlottesville$20,986$93,565—$18,347*0.20
Georgetown UniversityWashington$65,081$92,963——*—
National Median—$62,069—$23,250*0.37
* Estimated from similar programs

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with management sciences and quantitative methods graduates

Actuaries

Analyze statistical data, such as mortality, accident, sickness, disability, and retirement rates and construct probability tables to forecast risk and liability for payment of future benefits. May ascertain insurance rates required and cash reserves necessary to ensure payment of future benefits.

$125,770/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Data Scientists

Develop and implement a set of techniques or analytics applications to transform raw data into meaningful information using data-oriented programming languages and visualization software. Apply data mining, data modeling, natural language processing, and machine learning to extract and analyze information from large structured and unstructured datasets. Visualize, interpret, and report data findings. May create dynamic data reports.

$112,590/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Business Intelligence Analysts

Produce financial and market intelligence by querying data repositories and generating periodic reports. Devise methods for identifying data patterns and trends in available information sources.

$112,590/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Clinical Data Managers

Apply knowledge of health care and database management to analyze clinical data, and to identify and report trends.

$112,590/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Chief Executives

Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.

$105,350/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Chief Sustainability Officers

Communicate and coordinate with management, shareholders, customers, and employees to address sustainability issues. Enact or oversee a corporate sustainability strategy.

$105,350/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

General and Operations Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors. Excludes First-Line Supervisors.

$105,350/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Statisticians

Develop or apply mathematical or statistical theory and methods to collect, organize, interpret, and summarize numerical data to provide usable information. May specialize in fields such as biostatistics, agricultural statistics, business statistics, or economic statistics. Includes mathematical and survey statisticians.

$104,350/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Biostatisticians

Develop and apply biostatistical theory and methods to the study of life sciences.

$104,350/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Financial Risk Specialists

Analyze and measure exposure to credit and market risk threatening the assets, earning capacity, or economic state of an organization. May make recommendations to limit risk.

$101,910/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Management Analysts

Conduct organizational studies and evaluations, design systems and procedures, conduct work simplification and measurement studies, and prepare operations and procedures manuals to assist management in operating more efficiently and effectively. Includes program analysts and management consultants.

$101,190/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Operations Research Analysts

Formulate and apply mathematical modeling and other optimizing methods to develop and interpret information that assists management with decisionmaking, policy formulation, or other managerial functions. May collect and analyze data and develop decision support software, services, or products. May develop and supply optimal time, cost, or logistics networks for program evaluation, review, or implementation.

$91,290/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree
About This Data

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)

Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Brigham Young University, approximately 32% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.

Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.

Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.